Practical nurses perform hands-on patient care in a high-demand occupation. This program prepares students to work as a practical nurse in such places as homecare agencies, nursing homes, physicians’ offices, hospitals and healthcare clinics. Students learn through classroom, lab and clinical experiences. After the successful completion of Basic Skills, students will sit for the New York state Nurse Aide Certification Test to earn a certificate as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). Phase two of the program includes Medical-Surgical Nursing and Specialty Areas (Reproductive Health, Mental Health and Pediatrics), with continued lab and clinical experience. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). Upon successful completion, students will be issued a CiTi Certificate of Completion.

• SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code: 29-2061
• U.S. Department of Labor: www.bls.gov/SOC
• HEGIS Code 5209.20
• COE approved program

Admissions Requirements: 

• Completed application with two professional references
• Passing score on the KAPLAN pre-entrance exam
• 250-word essay
• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• College transcripts, if prior attendance
• Up-to-date physical and immunization records
• COVID vaccine required
• Valid CPR card
• Students must provide their own stethoscope, watch, white shoes, medical scissors and medical flashlight pen
• Computer with camera and Internet access are highly recommended
• If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony or have charges pending against you for professional misconduct, contact the NYSED Office of Professions at https://eservices.nysed.gov/professions/contact-us/#/ prior to enrollment to determine your eligibility to receive a license. Questions pertaining to moral character may hamper your ability to obtain a nursing license even if you have passed all Practical Nursing classes and the NCLEX.
• Interview